[Resolved] Markup Language Changing Numbers in Lists

Russ on 20/08/2021 - 12:46

I assume it is the markup language.

If I try to put a digit in a comment, and it's the first thing on the line, it gets changed. For instance,

  1. I entered this line with a four at the start.

Also happens for quotes:

  1. I entered this line with a four at the start.

In both cases, the "4." I entered at the start of the line is changed to a "1." The "1." shows up on preview, and shows up when I submit.

This makes it rather difficult to quote a single term from the T&Cs of a deal. Looks like a bug to me.

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  • Moderatoralvian on 20/08/2021 - 13:04

    Numbered lists are automatically numbered. To override, put a backslash inbetween the number and the dot.

    Input

    4\. Number override.

    gives output

    4. Number override.

    • Russ on 20/08/2021 - 13:44

      Can the function of the backslash character be added to the "Formatting Help" that is visible when entering a comment? I assumed there was such a character, but it isn't easy to find.

      Also, in the formatting help, the links to "markdown" and "markdown extra" are long and hard to understand. Ozbargain has a much easier-to-understand page at https://www.ozbargain.com.au/wiki/help:formatting, but that page doesn't include the backslash character nor the information about numbered lists being renumbered. Could they be added?

      I think the Ozbargain page is a much better link to put into the formatting help, instead of the existing two links.

      • Moderatoralvian on 20/08/2021 - 14:00

        Thank you for the suggestions.

        Item number override is an infrequently used feature. We may incorporate a help message in the future but it is not a top priority right now.

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